University of Detroit Mercy Hosts Symposium on Race, Class and Environmental Justice
The intersection of environmental justice, race and class has permeated the public discourse in Michigan after a range of environmental...
Metro Detroiters Sound Off on DIA Millage Ahead of Michigan Primary
Next week on your Michigan primary ballot, will you vote yes or no on a millage renewal for the Detroit...
The DIA Millage Is Up For Renewal. Here’s What Students, Seniors Who Benefit Think.
On a February morning, sixth graders from Berkley’s Anderson Middle School have come in to the Detroit Institute of Arts...
Duggan Exploring Options to Help Over-Assessed Homeowners in Detroit
Mayor Mike Duggan says the city is working hard to make Detroit a more equitable place, focusing not only on attracting...
For Ex-Offenders, Housing is a Bigger Hurdle Than Employment
Housing, particularly “affordable housing” has been a hot topic in communities across Michigan. Formerly incarcerated people, or “Returning Citizens” as they...
Presidential Candidates Continue to Jockey for Black Voters’ Support
The South Carolina primary and Pete Buttigieg's subsequent exit from the presidential race underscored the important role that black voters play...
How Coronavirus is Affecting the Auto Industry
The coronavirus is continuing to spread across the globe, causing major disruptions to daily life where outbreaks are present. Stock...
Ferndale Schools Seek Bond For School Renovation on Election Day
Tuesday’s election isn’t just about the Democratic Presidential Primary. Ferndale Public Schools has a 10-year / 120-million dollar bond proposal...
These Detroit Researchers Are Studying the Cosmos, Seeking Answers
We're entering a new era of space exploration in the United States. Private firms are pushing the boundaries of what...
Coronavirus: What’s the Risk For Michiganders?
The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, to 47 countries and counting has inspired panic across the globe and...
Three Michigan Grassroots Organizers Make the Case for Their Presidential Candidate
Editor's note: 101.9 WDET is committed to highlighting a diverse array of voices for every major presidential campaign on the Republican...
Highland Park Residents May See Water Debt Forgiven In Class Action Settlement
A five-year-old class action lawsuit alleging the City of Highland Park improperly handled water utility bills has been settled. If a...